Arnemancy

Reverend Erik Arneson hosts Arnemancy as a space for casual but informed conversations about esotericism, magic, and the occult. The guest list reads like a who’s who of working occultists, astrologers, magicians, and historians—people doing the actual work, not just talking about it. With 124 episodes and a 4.4-star rating, the show has found its audience among serious practitioners. Recent episodes have featured a deep-dive series on the Arbatel, the Renaissance-era book of ceremonial magic, and a 2026 forecast discussion with T. Susan Chang and Andrew B. Watt. Episodes run 45 minutes to about 90, and the monthly release schedule means each one gets proper attention. What makes Arnemancy enjoyable is Arneson’s combination of reverence for the traditions and genuine casualness in conversation. The discussions feel like sitting in on a conversation between friends who happen to be deeply knowledgeable about Western esotericism. No performance, no posturing. If you value thoughtful, practitioner-level conversations about divination, astrology, and ceremonial magic delivered without unnecessary drama, Arnemancy hits the mark.